The Hennepin County Library System released a limited-edition library card of the Minnesota music icon on Friday. They are available at all 41 branches.
President Donald Trump has pardoned former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry on past tax evasion and drug charges. Strawberry, an eight-time All-Star, struggled with legal and personal issues after his baseball career.
America's withdrawal from the World Health Organization is affecting the ability of U.S. scientists to track flu and other pathogens. That could be a blow to the development of the 2025 flu vaccine.
A federal tax credit meant to drive down the cost of health insurance premiums for people buying their own coverage is about to expire. For some Minnesotans, the change is coming with a dramatic price tag.
Minneapolis voters gave Mayor Jacob Frey a third term in office earlier this week. Frey emerged as the winner after an instant run-off on Wednesday morning, which included the second- and third-choice votes cast during the election.
Over 440,000 Minnesotans get help paying for groceries each month through the federal program. MPR News looks at how the federal shutdown impacts them — and the state.
The Trump administration has asked a federal appeals court to block a judge’s order to distribute November’s full SNAP benefits during a U.S. government shutdown. A U.S. district judge had given the administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Farmers’ Almanac said Thursday that its 2026 edition will be its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today’s “chaotic media environment.”
Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy Award nominations. Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Canadian record producer and songwriter Cirkut follow Lamar with seven nominations each announced Friday.
Minnesota author Jack el-Hai’s book “The Nazi and the Psychiatrist” inspired “Nuremberg,” one of the fall’s buzziest movies. It’s a film set in history with questions for the present.
The coldest air of the season arrives right on cue for Minnesota’s deer opener this weekend. Hunters can expect a true November chill with frosty mornings across the state and a shot of slushy snow possible in the southwest.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is among 40 major airports in the U.S. targeted for the fight cutbacks. The FAA said the cuts are needed for safety reasons, amid air traffic control staffing shortages.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has begun seeing a reduced number of flights due to the federal government shutdown. MSP is among the 40 airports ordered to cut air traffic by 10 percent.
Nikolaj Ehlers scored 46 seconds into the second period and goalie Frederik Andersen overcame a poor start to stop the final 18 shots he faced as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3.
A federal appeals court panel ruled Thursday that managers of a Twin Cities Home Depot did nothing illegal when they banned an employee from wearing a Black Lives Matter slogan on their uniform.
Lt. Cmdr. Melissa de Vera recently received a 2025 Arthur S. Flemming Award, which honors federal employees whose achievements in science and leadership have benefited the nation.
Immersive light shows, symphonic rap, murder mysteries and a hometown folk revival — this week’s picks span from a glowing Basilica to backroom guitars.
A new stage adaptation of “Purple Rain” delivers strong ensemble work and flair, but its first-time leading actor can’t always carry the emotional weight of a role defined by Prince.
Allina Health, which owns and runs the hospital, says it will consolidate labor and delivery services for Southern Minnesota in Owatonna, while it will close its birth center at its Faribault hospital.
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